We’re on the move…Sunrise at Penguin, here we come!…
Aside from a few lingering items in the refrigerator and freezer, we are packed and ready to make the move to...
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Why did I fall on the cruise?…Warning for wearers of certain styles of shoes…Packing for tomorrow’s move…
In a mere forty-five days, six and a half weeks by the calendar, we will once again be boarding the Royal Caribbean...
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Photos and information about our current holiday home in Penguin, Tasmania…We’re moving in two days!…
Link to Airbnb listing with pricing. Kaz Retreat offers a peaceful and stylish escape that feels thoughtfully designed for travelers who crave...
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TripAdvisors top rated places to visit in 2026…
Travel + Leisure online magazine posted this article today which can be found here: "This is the No. 1 Place to...
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Part 2…Nuances of booking rental cars…Our dos and don’ts…
As mentioned in yesterday's post, here are our dos and don'ts. They may not suit every traveler, and that is perfectly...
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Part 1…Nuances of booking rental cars…Tomorrow, our rental car dos and don’ts…Please check back…
Yesterday, after uploading the post, we settled into our comfy recliners with our laptops and mugs of ice tea, ready for...
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Sometimes, a booking just doesn’t work out…
On Friday, the day of my birthday, I found myself doing what long-term travelers so often do, sitting with my laptop...
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Out and about…More new photos…Facts about Penguin, Tasmania…
"Penguin is a charming, small seaside town on the northwest coast of Tasmania, located between Burnie and Ulverstone on the Bass...
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It was a lovely birthday celebration…
Last night, on my 78th birthday, Tom and I headed to the popular local pub tucked inside the Neptune Grand Hotel....
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We lucked out!…What a relief!…Today is my 78th birthday in Australia…It’s tomorrow in the USA!…More new photos…
Yesterday, although we weren’t particularly optimistic, we headed out to the local pharmacy with a mission in mind. With our April cruise...
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